1998 Chevrolet Malibu vs. 2011 Peugeot 5008
To start off, 2011 Peugeot 5008 is newer by 13 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1998 Chevrolet Malibu would be higher. At 2,392 cc (4 cylinders), 1998 Chevrolet Malibu is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu (149 HP @ 5600 RPM) has 1 more horse power than 2011 Peugeot 5008. (148 HP @ 3750 RPM). In normal driving conditions, 1998 Chevrolet Malibu should accelerate faster than 2011 Peugeot 5008.
Both vehicles are front wheel drive (FWD). Which offers better traction when its slippery than rear wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2011 Peugeot 5008 (340 Nm @ 2000 RPM) has 130 more torque (in Nm) than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. (210 Nm @ 4400 RPM). This means 2011 Peugeot 5008 will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 1998 Chevrolet Malibu. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu has automatic transmission and 2011 Peugeot 5008 has manual transmission. 2011 Peugeot 5008 will offer better control over acceleration and deceleration in addition to better fuel efficiency overall. 1998 Chevrolet Malibu will be easier to drive especially in heavy traffic.
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1998 Chevrolet Malibu | 2011 Peugeot 5008 | |
Make | Chevrolet | Peugeot |
Model | Malibu | 5008 |
Year Released | 1998 | 2011 |
Engine Position | Front | Front |
Engine Size | 2392 cc | 1997 cc |
Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
Horse Power | 149 HP | 148 HP |
Engine RPM | 5600 RPM | 3750 RPM |
Torque | 210 Nm | 340 Nm |
Torque RPM | 4400 RPM | 2000 RPM |
Fuel Type | Gasoline | Diesel |
Drive Type | Front | Front |
Transmission Type | Automatic | Manual |
Number of Seats | 5 seats | 7 seats |
Number of Doors | 2 doors | 5 doors |
Vehicle Length | 4840 mm | 4530 mm |
Vehicle Width | 1770 mm | 1835 mm |
Vehicle Height | 1440 mm | 1640 mm |
Wheelbase Size | 2720 mm | 2735 mm |